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JPs should regularly check this page for updates related to their role and responsibilities as a JP and contact the department directly by email at jp@justice.nsw.gov.au if they have a question about their functions and duties.

A new way of managing appointments

We are developing a new online system for managing Justice of the Peace (JP) appointments and reappointments. In preparation for the launch of this system, applications for JP appointment and reappointment are temporarily closed until April 2019.

To ensure a smooth transition to the new system, you will need to supply an email address and ensure your contact details are up-to-date before Saturday, 23 February 2019.

You can update your details by emailing jp@justice.nsw.gov.au or calling 02 8688 7487. If you are unsure of the contact information you have registered, please send an email with your current details.

If you use the online logbook and are unable to access it, please email jp@justice.nsw.gov.au for assistance.

JP News — November 2018

Check out our latest edition of JP News. The November edition [PDF, 233KB] contains important information for JPs and appointments.

JP Factsheet – Witnessing overseas and interstate documents

The Department of Justice regularly receives questions about whether NSW JPs can witness documents from interstate and overseas. Under NSW legislation JPs are not authorised to witness such documents.